Description

Think Fast, Mr. Moto (20th Century Fox, 1937). One Sheet
(27" X 41").
Based on a series of popular stories by J.P. Marquand that appeared
in The Saturday Evening Post, this was the first film to
feature Peter Lorre as the wily Japanese detective Mr. Moto. The
Moto films were full of action, including some incredible stunt
work, and very sophisticated for what many would consider "B"
pictures. Lorre was superb in the role, and these films helped him
to land bigger parts in "A" films shortly thereafter. In his
initial appearance, Mr. Moto appears to be working with a gang of
international smugglers, but in the end he reveals himself to be a
special agent for the International Police. The excellent
restoration job (touchup to the folds, pinholes in the background,
a small tear in the bottom right corner) has left this gorgeous
poster (with its multiple images of Lorre in his various disguises
featured in the film), looking pristine. Very Fine- on Linen.